August gemstone is"PERIDOT" which cleanses the mind of negativity and aids in friendship
Sage
Sage has a long history of use in Egyptian, Roman, and Greek medicine. Dried sage is burned to heal, protect, increase wisdom, and boost defense against disease. Native American traditions use primarily dried bundles of white sage for healing and cleansing. Cleansing and area of negative energy is an important step before a gathering and saging on a regular basis while even speaking to your space keeps your area in a positive place.
Palo Santo
Palo Santo is Spanish for holy wood, originally hailing from the coast of South America. It's use by Shamans reportedly dates to the Inca era. It's considered a deeply sacred and spiritual tree which possesses a cleansing energy, healing properties, purifying qualities and provides positive energy, peace, and tranquility. The Palo Santo Tree must die of natural causes, fall off, and ferment for many years before the holy oil, aroma, and magic are available for humans.